In-Home Wound Care
Improving Health and Healing at Home
Wounds can be the result of a surgical procedure or can result due to a chronic illness like diabetes. Open wounds can be slow to heal and require special care and cleaning. To prevent infections and other serious complications once a patient has left the hospital, getting proper wound care at home is critical. Sterling Care’s home health services provides the highest level of wound care for our patients in the comfort of their own homes. Our skilled nurses will work closely with you and your physician to establish a treatment plan and evaluate progress every step of the way.
Although treatments vary by patient, Sterling Care’s nurses can provide the following wound-care services:
- Basic Wound Care: Our nurses cleanse wounds and change wound dressings.
- Self-Care Training: We can educate patients and caregivers on how to change wound dressings, monitor healing, manage pain and recognize potential complications at home.
- Innovative Treatments: Our team can – if necessary – provide wound therapies such as the Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC). This therapy employs suction technology to stimulate tissue growth and heal wounds faster. Our nurses also may take digital photos of wounds and email them to your physician for consultation and recommendations
Why Wound Care at Home Is Essential for Healing
Receiving wound care at home offers numerous benefits for patients recovering from surgical procedures or managing chronic conditions like diabetes. By receiving care in a familiar environment, patients experience improved comfort and personalized attention while reducing the risk of infections associated with travel to clinics or hospitals. In-home wound care also ensures consistent monitoring, enhancing recovery outcomes and overall health.
Other benefits include:
- Enhanced Comfort and Convenience: Patients can heal in the comfort of their homes, minimizing stress and disruptions to daily life.
- Reduced Risk of Infection: Staying at home avoids exposure to germs commonly found in medical facilities.
- Personalized Care Plans: Skilled nurses provide tailored treatment strategies aligned with the patient’s needs and physician’s guidance.
- Ongoing Monitoring: Regular evaluations help track healing progress and address complications promptly.
- Comprehensive Education: Patients and caregivers receive training to effectively manage wound care, fostering confidence and independence.
Learn More About Our Wound Care Services
For more information about our in-home wound care services in Norwalk, Westport, Stamford, Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan, and throughout the nearby areas, contact us online or call us at 203-532-0500 in Greenwich or 203-681-2957 in Westport.
